Trosia obsolescens
Dyar, 1899
Trosia obsolescens is a in the Megalopygidae, first described by Dyar in 1899. It belongs to a of flannel moths known for their distinctive caterpillars covered in urticating setae. The species is part of the Neotropical fauna, with records from South America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trosia obsolescens: /ˈtroʊ.si.ə ˌɒb.səˈlɛs.ɛnz/
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Distribution
South America (specific records limited; known from Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Brazil, and Peru based on -level distribution)
Human Relevance
Like other Megalopygidae, caterpillars of this possess that can cause skin irritation upon contact. Specific medical reports for T. obsolescens are not documented.